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uPVC Windows in Berkshire
Landlords and homeowners in Berkshire can get a written uPVC window quote that fixes the price for the frames, glass, colour and locks shown.
- Guide from £565
- 11 towns covered
- Postcode areas GU, RG, SL
About white uPVC windows in Berkshire
Some upstairs windows are escape routes in a fire. In England, the Approved Document B guidance for an escape window is a clear openable area of at least 0.33 m², at least 450mm high and 450mm wide, with the bottom of the opening no more than 1100mm above the floor.
The price of uPVC windows depends mainly on size, the number of opening sashes, frame colour, glass specification and hardware. Bay windows, openings that need a tower or scaffold, and difficult removal of old frames add labour. See the guide prices for typical ranges; your written quote fixes the exact figure.
In England, Approved Document L sets the standard for a replacement window in an existing home: a U-value of 1.4 W/m²K or better, or a Window Energy Rating of band B or above. The new window should also be no worse than the one it replaces. The other UK nations set their own figures.
Windows are replaced room by room, so each opening is only exposed for a short spell. A single window is usually changed within a day, and a typical house takes a few days depending on the number of windows, bays and access. Inside, reveals are finished with trims, sealant or filler.
What applies in Berkshire
Approved Document K requires safety glass in critical locations in England: glazing in doors and in side panels within 300 mm of a door, up to 1500 mm above floor level, and any glazing in walls or partitions up to 800 mm above floor level.
Listed buildings in England need listed building consent for most changes to historic windows or glass, and conservation areas can restrict changes visible from the street. Speak to the council's conservation officer before ordering.
Berkshire is inland, around 56 km from the nearest coast at its closest point, so salt exposure is rarely a factor.
In terraced streets and flats, old frames are usually removed and new ones fitted from inside to avoid scaffold. Parking for the van, access through communal areas, leaseholder consent and the lack of permitted development rights for flats all need checking before ordering.
Guide prices
| Typical job | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| Casement window, 900 × 1050 mm | £565 – £725 |
| Casement window, 1200 × 1200 mm | £665 – £855 |
| Large window, 1800 × 1200 mm | £805 – £995 |
| Anthracite or woodgrain, 1200 × 1200 mm | £785 – £995 |
Choosing your uPVC windows
uPVC sliding sash
Vertical sliders that mimic traditional box sashes, using spring balances instead of weights, where planning rules allow uPVC.
Casement windows
Side-hung or top-hung sashes on friction hinges, suiting most houses, with easy-clean hinges that let upper-floor glass be cleaned from inside.
Double or triple glazing
Low-E double glazing suits most homes; triple glazing adds a third pane for lower heat loss and quieter rooms, but units are heavier.
Georgian or astragal bars
Bars set between the panes or applied to the faces of the glass for a traditional divided-pane look.
uPVC Windows in Berkshire: questions
Can uPVC windows be fitted in a conservation area or listed building?
Sometimes, but consent may be needed first. Listed buildings need listed building consent for significant works, and conservation areas or Article 4 directions often restrict changes to front windows. Woodgrain foils or uPVC sliding sashes can occasionally satisfy a planning officer. Check with your council before ordering; the council can tell you what an application needs, and we can provide product details and specifications to support it.
Do new uPVC windows need trickle vents?
In England, usually yes. Approved Document F expects ventilation after window replacement to be no worse than before, which normally means trickle vents in the new frames. Our glaziers record the existing ventilation at survey and specify vents to suit each room. Rules in the other UK nations differ, so the detail is confirmed for your address.
How long does it take to fit uPVC windows?
Most single windows are changed within a day, and a typical house usually takes a few days. Bays, large picture windows and openings that need a tower or scaffold take longer. Manufacturing comes first, because every frame is made to the survey measurements, and the lead time is confirmed with your quote.
What guarantee comes with new uPVC windows?
Manufacturer guarantees apply to new frames, sealed units and hardware, and the terms are confirmed in writing. Guarantee terms for the installation are set out in writing with your quote, so you know what is covered and for how long before you commit. Keep this paperwork with your building regulations certificate, because buyers' solicitors usually ask for both.
Which parts of Berkshire do you cover for uPVC windows?
We cover the whole of Berkshire, including Reading, Slough, Bracknell, Maidenhead and Wokingham, and postcode areas GU, RG, SL. Building rules for uPVC windows here follow the regulations for England. Enter your postcode on the quote form and we will confirm cover; then a glazier will arrange a free survey before giving you a written quote.
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